The Swiss family Robinson, or, Adventures of a father and mother and four sons in a desert island
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1844
A Swiss family shipwrecked on a desert island must use their ingenuity and faith to survive and build a new life.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Rich
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Rich
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Some mild peril and animal encounters occur on the island.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
Some scenes involve wild animals and natural dangers.
No occult or witchcraft elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story promotes resourcefulness and faith, not a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe family shows courage in facing their new, challenging environment.
Faith is a quiet but consistent support for the family's survival.
The family members demonstrate deep love and support for each other.
The story implies God's providence but lacks explicit themes of grace or repentance.
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